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Introduction
Deaf Enabled Foundation (DEF) is a non-profit organization founded in 2009 with the vision of building an inclusive society by bridging communication gaps and developing accessibility infrastructure to ensure equal growth opportunities for the deaf and women. DEF is based in India and operates in several states, including Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and West Bengal.

History and Mission
DEF was established by a group of deaf and non-deaf individuals who shared a common goal of advocating for the rights and inclusion of the deaf community. The foundation is committed to promoting Indian Sign Language (ISL) and providing education, vocational training, and support services to deaf individuals. Additionally, DEF aims to empower women through various initiatives focused on reproductive health, counseling, and legal awareness.

Initiatives
DEF has several key initiatives to achieve its mission:

DEF ISL
DEF conducts individual classes and corporate workshops to create awareness about Indian Sign Language.

DEF Academy
DEF provides formal education assistance for deaf students pursuing intermediate and degree courses, collaborating with the Board of Intermediate, Telangana, and IGNOU.

DEF Skills
DEF offers vocational training in IT skills, English communication, and office readiness modules.

DEF Youth Advancement
This initiative includes leadership training, adventure camps, and sports tournaments for overall development.

DEF Child Outreach
DEF organizes quizzes, painting competitions, and scholarships through the Hellen Keller Academic Excellence Awards.

DEF Women
This program consists of reproductive health seminars, counseling sessions, legal awareness workshops, and other support services.

EduTech Initiatives
DEF has developed the DEF ISL App, a virtual dictionary with 70,000+ English words converted to Indian Sign Language, and the EduSign Academy, an online academic assistance platform that explains concepts in sign language for intermediate and degree deaf students. It also includes personality development and legal awareness modules.

Recognition and Awards
DEF has been recognized for its outstanding contributions to the deaf community and women's empowerment. The foundation has received the Excellence Award from the National Association of the Deaf in 2024, the Corona Yodha Sanman by the Yuvaa Foundation in 2021, the Dr. Konda Shakuntala Devi Humanitarian Services Excellence Award in 2010, and the NCPEDP-SHELL HELEN KELLER Award in 2011.

Categories

 * 1) Non-profit organizations in India
 * 2) Organizations established in 2009
 * 3) Deaf culture in India